The Strategic Communications Officer plays a central role in developing and delivering high-quality, strategically aligned communications that strengthen campaigns, shape narratives, amplify partner and champion efforts, and advance organisational priorities and influence.
Working closely with the Communications Director, you will translate complex issues into compelling communications across digital platforms and support delivery of key organisational and executive communications outputs.
Responsibilities
Strategic Messaging and Narrative Development
Develop messaging and narrative frameworks aligned to organisational priorities
Design campaign communications concepts and rollout strategies linked to key moments
Translate complex issues into clear, compelling, audience-focused narratives
Campaign Communication Content
Produce outputs including FAQs, explainers, briefing notes and messaging frameworks
Ensure strong narrative coherence across all campaign communications
Lead social media messaging to support campaign visibility and engagement
Develop and manage website content and campaign landing pages
Manage newsletters and regular outgoing communications
Digital Platforms and Channels
Maintain high-performing digital channels and platforms
Lead audience segmentation and targeting approaches
Use analytics and insights to refine communications approaches
Support reporting through communications insights and performance data
Alignment and Coordination
Ensure consistent messaging across teams, partners and champions
Provide guidance to support adoption of agreed narratives
Support communications coordination across campaigns and key organisational moments
About you:
Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Knowledge
Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media, Public Affairs, International Development, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience
Significant experience (typically 5-8 years) in strategic communications, advocacy or campaigning roles
Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage
Strong storytelling capability, translating complex issues into compelling narratives
Experience developing communications strategies and campaign messaging across platforms
Excellent writing, editing and content development skills
Strong understanding of digital communications, audience engagement and analytics
Experience using insights to improve campaign performance
Ability to coordinate campaigns, communications calendars and stakeholders effectively
Familiarity with tools such as WordPress, Mailchimp, Canva and social media platforms
Awareness of emerging communications trends and digital engagement approaches
Strong organisational and project management skills
Commitment to the organisation's mission and values
Experience working across multiple countries is desirable
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to play a senior leadership role in a globally influential organisation tackling one of the world's most urgent challenges. You will work at the heart of a collaborative international network, helping to enable impactful advocacy and meaningful change.
How to Apply?
Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV and Covering Letter for this role.
Candidates with experience of; Comms Executive, Marketing and Comms Assistant, Marketing Strategy, Communications Officer, Marketing Specialist, Communications Executive, Public Affairs Executive, may also be considered for this role.
Additional Information
Job Title: Strategic Communications Officer
Location: Home based - we are open the candidate to be based in UK, India, Australia, or Africa
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Organisation:
The SDG2 Advocacy Hub is a mission-driven nonprofit working to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger-ending hunger, achieving food security and improved nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture by 2030.
The Hub convenes NGOs, civil society, the private sector and UN partners to collaborate, share expertise and drive coordinated global campaigns. With a growing international network, the organisation provides a dynamic environment for professionals committed to global change and food systems transformation.
Sdg2 Advocacy Hub · London, UK